Prune hostas just before a killing frost in your zone for best results. Fall pruning keeps beds tidy, deters pests, and directs energy to spring growth. If missed, let foliage die back naturally and ...

Want your hostas to survive winter? Don't skip this simple gardening task. Cut back hostas after the first hard frost to protect next season’s growth and avoid disrupting the plant’s natural energy ...

Pruning hostas in the fall isn’t required but helps tidy beds and reduce pests, though it removes winter cover. If you skip fall, prune in spring before new growth—hostas tolerate either approach.

Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife. That’s why I prefer waiting until early spring to cut ...